Trigger Operations; Power Switch - Makita DHW080PT2 Instruction Manual

Battery indicator status
On Off

Power switch

NOTICE:
Do not turn the power switch forcibly.
This may cause the switch to malfunction.
Turn the power switch clockwise or counterclockwise
depending on the pressure level. Turn the power switch
clockwise for high pressure mode (2), counterclockwise
for low pressure mode (1). To turn off the machine, turn
the power switch back to the OFF position (0).
► Fig.5: 1. Low pressure mode (1) 2. High pressure
mode (2) 3. OFF position (0)
NOTE: The battery indicators will light up for a few
seconds when turning the power switch to high or low
pressure mode.
Nozzle functions
NOTE: The standard nozzles vary depending on the
country. Also refer to the OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
section for other nozzles.
Spray lance
Country specific
► Fig.6
Jet width can be adjusted from 0° to 25° by rotating the
front end of the nozzle.
CAUTION:
When adjusting the jet width, do
not rotate the nozzle while pulling it toward the
trigger gun. The nozzle may come off from the trig-
ger gun and cause a personal injury.
Dirt blaster
Country specific
► Fig.7
A spiral jet is ejected. Suitable for removing stubborn
dirt.
NOTICE:
Do not use the dirt blaster to clean frag-
ile surfaces such as windows or car bodies.
Remaining
battery
capacity
Blinking
50% to 100%
20% to 50%
0% to 20%
Charge the
battery

Trigger operations

Pull the trigger to eject a water jet. The jet continues as
long as the trigger is squeezed.
The trigger can be locked for safe handling of the trigger
gun. To lock the trigger, pull out the stopper and hook it
to the groove on the grip.
► Fig.8: 1. Trigger 2. Stopper 3. Groove
NOTICE:
To avoid mechanical error in the pres-
sure switch, always leave a two-second interval
between trigger operations.
Safety valve
This appliance is equipped with a safety valve that
prevents undue overpressure. When the trigger is
released, the valve opens and the water recirculates
through the pump inlet.
CAUTION:
Do not tamper with or adjust the
safety valve setting.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is
switched off and the battery cartridge is removed
before carrying out any work on the tool.
Connecting the high-pressure hose
Connect the high-pressure hose to the outlet (with the
gun marking). Turn the nut on the high-pressure hose
clockwise while screwing it onto the screw thread of the
outlet.
► Fig.9: 1. Outlet 2. Nut
CAUTION:
Make sure that the high-pressure
hose is securely connected. A loose connection
may blow the high-pressure hose off, resulting in a
personal injury.
Attaching the trigger gun
Connect the high-pressure hose to the inlet on the
trigger gun. Turn the nut on the high-pressure hose
clockwise while screwing it onto the screw thread on
the inlet.
► Fig.10: 1. Inlet 2. Nut
CAUTION:
Make sure that the high-pressure
hose is securely connected. A loose connection
may blow the high-pressure hose off, resulting in a
personal injury.
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